The chief of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation says they are involved in a "true partnership" with the company behind the controversial luxury spa planned for Ontario Place — a project she said will be a step toward reconciliation and community education.

Chief Claire Sault said the MCFN has been integrated "every step of the way" by Therme Canada, from the design process to plans for ongoing stewardship. Therme has a 95-year lease to build a destination spa and indoor water park on the west island of Ontario Place, the provincially-owned site on the city's lakeshore which is located within MCFN's treaty territory.

"I want us to have a footprint in our treaty area, to educate the public," Sault said. "I want our stories to be told."